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Movies that Matter: The Refugee Experience
Please join us for one or all three dates, but be sure to register for each film separately, seating is limited. All films will be free and screened in the Delaware Art Museum theatre.
THE GOOD LIE: Sunday October 29, 2017 2-6PM
Special Guest Speakers:
Dr. Jill Biden, Ph.D.
Reverend Thon Moses Chol
Perfomance by: Martin A. Hargrove
Refreshments: Bagels and Nosh
After their village is destroyed and their parents killed by Northern militia, Sudanese orphans Theo, his siblings and other survivors make a difficult journey to a refugee camp in Kenya. Thirteen years later, the group gets the chance to settle in the U.S. They are met in Kansas by Carrie Davis (Reese Witherspoon), who has been charged with finding them jobs. However, seeing how adrift they are in 20th-century America, Carrie endeavors to help them in rebuilding their shattered lives.
THE IMPOSSIBLE: Monday October 30, 2017 5-9PM
Guest Speakers:
Dr. Tricia Wachtendorf, Director of the University of Delaware Disaster Relief Center
Dr. Jennifer Trivedi, University of Delaware Disaster Research Center
Refreshments: Dessert and Coffee
In December 2004, close-knit family Maria (Naomi Watts), Henry (Ewan McGregor) and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
THE WHITE HELMETS: Saturday November 04, 2017 5-9PM
Special Guest Speakers:
Senator Chris Coons
Mark Hetfield, CEO of HIAS
Newly Placed Delaware Family
Refreshments: Desset and Coffee
Volunteer rescue workers put their lives on the line to save civilians amidst the turmoil and violence in Syria and Turkey.
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LocationDelaware Art Museum (View)
2301 Kentmere Parkway
Wilmington, DE 19806
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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